PM/Scrum Master

Description:

Anivas Tech is seeking a PM/Scrum Master to support our government agency IT operations. We are looking for a skilled professional with 8+ years of relevant experience who brings strong technical expertise and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in a mission-driven, high-visibility environment.

Requirements:

• Lead Agile/Scrum delivery teams, facilitating all ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and issues in alignment with government contract requirements
• Serve as a servant-leader for the delivery team, removing impediments and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Develop and maintain project artifacts including project plans, risk registers, status reports, and integrated master schedules
• Serve as the primary point of contact for government stakeholders on project delivery status, risks, and milestones
• Coordinate across multiple workstreams, vendors, and government counterparts to ensure alignment and on-time delivery
• Track and communicate team velocity, sprint metrics, and program-level key performance indicators
• Facilitate backlog refinement sessions and work with product owners to prioritize and groom the product backlog
• Ensure deliverables comply with contract requirements, quality standards, and government governance processes
• Mentor team members on Agile best practices and support organizational agile maturity growth
• US citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Project Management, or related field; 5 additional years of relevant experience accepted in lieu of degree
• 8+ years of experience in project management and/or Agile delivery roles, with at least 3 years as a Scrum Master or Agile coach
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-workstream IT projects in dynamic environments
• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with project management tools (Jira, Confluence, MS Project, or equivalent)
• Proficiency in Agile frameworks including Scrum and Kanban
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines
• PMP certification (Project Management Professional)
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), or PMI-ACP certification
• Experience in a federal government or DoD program environment
• Familiarity with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) at the program or portfolio level
• Experience supporting government Agile transformation or DevSecOps programs

"Anivas Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics as defined by law."